RECENT TRENDS IN ELECTRIC

VEHICLES

BY
CHETHAN KUMAR K V
KAVIYARASU R
 INTRODUCTION
• LOWER LIFETIME COST
• LOWER EMISSIONS
• BEV: BATTERY ELECTRIC VEHICLES
• GETTING CHARGED
• DC FAST CHARGING
• HOW DOES SOLAR WORK WITH AN EV?
 IS AN EV RIGHT FOR ME?

1.Driving Habits: Are electric vehicles

affordable?
1. Do you typically drive long distances Is charging an EV cheaper
than buying gas?
regularly? How and
where would I
2. Are most of your trips within the range charge an
of an EV? EV?

3. EVs are well-suited for daily commuting What type

and short to moderate-distance trips. If of EV is the
you frequently drive long distances, best for me?
you'll need to consider the range Should I buy
limitations of EVs and the availability of new or
charging infrastructure along your routes. used? Or is it
better to
Will an EV go enough
2.Charging Accessibility: miles between “fill-
lease?
1. Do you have access to charging facilities ups”?

at home, work, or public places?

2. Charging an EV at home overnight is
convenient for many owners. If you don't
have access to home charging, consider
the availability of public charging
stations in your area.
LOWER LIFETIME COST

Grants,
Rebates and
Tax Credits for
new or used
Electricity EVs & chargers Higher upfront
Rates cost is typically
more stable paid back by
than gasoline 50,000 miles
Cheaper prices
to Charge
Free or
than to Reduced
fill the tank
Many models Tolls Maintenance
Costs are lower,
listed under
especially with
$35,000 now on
long battery
the market
warranties
 LOWER EMISSIONS
ZERO TOTAL
Tailpipe EMISSIONS
Emissions depends on
Fuel Source
AMP
provides
100%
Clean CLEAN
Electricity POWER for
your EV

Electricity
from Coal,
Oil or Gas
 LOWER EMISSIONS
Average Lifetime Emissions*

*Typical scenario from bravenewclimate.com

 BEV: BATTERY ELECTRIC VEHICALES

How does it work?

BEV
PEV
Battery
charged
Hyundai Ioniq using
Electricity

Electricity
Tesla Model S accessed
through
Battery Plug
powers
Electric
Motor
Chevy Bolt
 BEV: BATTERY ELECTRIC VEHICLES
ADVANTAGES DISADVANTAGES
BEV
PEV
Simple, low Charging
maintenance Fill-up Time
Anxiety Where
Electric Hyundai Ioniq Charging takes
will I find a
Motor more time than
charge?
filling a gas
tank

Tesla Model S Range Anxiety

Can’t drive as
Many far between
Choices “fill-ups”
of Vehicles
Chevy Bolt
 COMPARISON SHOPPING
Charger
Charging Level
Battery Life
What is my Will the EV
accept fast
&
access to Warranty
charging if I
charging need it? Is there a long or
extended
warranty?
Charge
Acceptance
Rate
Is quick
charging
critical to me?

Range
What range
do I need?
How often?
GETTING CHARGED!
 HOME CHARGING –
LEVEL 1
What is needed:
Dedicated
120 V circuit,
How it works:
Standard
Plug in the
Outlet
charging cord that
comes with the
EV
Get 4 - 5 miles of
Best for: range per hour,
Shorter regardless of
commutes vehicle
(30-40 mi/day)
and longer
charge times
 HOME CHARGING – LEVEL 2
How it works:
Depends on
Charger Delivery
Rate & Vehicle
Acceptance Rate
Get 11 - 32 miles of
What is needed: range per hour
-Dedicated 240 V You may need
15-50 Amp circuit an electrical
(depends on EV) & a
Panel
Level 2 Charger
Upgrade
Best for:
Longer
Commutes
HOME CHARGING – LEVEL 2

Charging
Speed
Plug or
Hard Cost
Wired
OPTION
S

Outdoor Portabilit
Rated y
Cord
Length
LEVEL 2 PUBLIC CHARGING

Opportunity Work
Charging: Charging:
public chargers available for
typically found in
fleet or
parking
employee
garages & lots
vehicles

Universal
Plug
“J-1772”
(Tesla provides
adapter)
 LEVEL 3 / DC FAST CHARGING

Things to Watch for:

How it Works: •PHEVs and some EVs can’t
• High Power
(50-300W) use DC Fast Charging
• Public Only •There are 3 types;
• Charges up to 80% in know which one you can use
~30 min, then slows to
protect battery •Routine Fast Charging can
shorten battery life
•Only use if
Best for: battery is low (<80%)
Quick
charging
on the
road
 DC FAST CHARGER TYPES

CHAdeMO

Tesla
Supercharge
r
SAE Combo Tesla Only
CCS (Tesla offers
CHAdeMO
adapter)
FINDING CHARGING STATIONS ON THE
ROAD
HOW DOES SOLAR WORK WITH
AN EV? If you don’t yet
have solar, consider
that AMP power is
100% Clean

The best time to

charge is If you will only
while the charge at
Sun Shines night, consider
installing a
Storage
Battery
CONCLUSION

• Recap of key trends and advancements in electric vehicles

• Affirmation of the growing importance of EVs in the automotive industry
• Encouragement for further research, development, and adoption of electric
vehicles